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# US solar duty determinations put export exposure in focus
- URL: https://www.thelaosbriefing.com/us-solar-trade-duty-determinations/
- Published: 2026-09-14T00:00:00.000Z
- Updated: 2026-09-14T00:00:00.000Z
- Description: Reuters reported on 11 September that US Commerce finalised duties in solar-cell and panel investigations involving Laos, India and Indonesia. This briefing does not state a company-specific rate or effective collection date.
- Author: Kaz Patafta
- Tags: Business & investment, #Import 2026-09-15 03:00

*11 September 2026 · Added to the 14 September briefing*

## The development

Reuters reported on 11 September that US Commerce finalised duties in solar-cell and panel investigations involving Laos, India and Indonesia. This briefing does not state a company-specific rate or effective collection date.

Source: [Reuters](https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/us-commerce-department-finalizes-steep-duties-solar-imports-india-indonesia-laos-2026-09-11/?ref=thelaosbriefing.com)

## MPAL perspective

Exporters and investors should obtain the applicable determination and customs instructions before pricing shipments. Review who bears tariff changes under supply contracts and distinguish export-manufacturing exposure from the economics of a Lao electricity-generation project.

Prepared for the 14 September 2026 edition. Editorial analysis and general information, not legal advice. Report dates and underlying event dates may differ.